2026 Colorado LEPC Annual Workshop

The Colorado Emergency Planning Committee (CEPC) is hosting our annual 3 ½  day workshop for Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) members, first responders and local, state and federal partners responsible for hazardous material transportation response planning.

September 1, 2026 – September 4, 2026

Hotel Colorado

526 Pine Street
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601

Event registration remains open. Please contact Micki Trost if you have any trouble.

If you did not book your hotel room with Hotel Colorado, please email Micki as soon as possible for help with lodging. 

Event information

  • All individuals are responsible for making and managing their own reservations.
  • LEPC101 is designed for new LEPC members.
  • LEPC201 is designed to focus on advanced topics and avoid legal liabilities.
  • The hotel provides two parking lots for on the west and north sides of the building. They cost $7 dollars for the duration of the conference.

Bookmark this page and return for the most up-to-date information on the conference.

Updates will be posted on the agenda and  speakers.

After your registration is confirmed you will receive access to the event website as well.

Conference Lodging

Two members per LEPC are eligible for DHSEM funded lodging and parking on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights.  The LEPC chair will be contacted by Micki Trost to provide up to two names for the DHSEM funded lodging.  All other attendees are responsible for their lodging and $7 per night parking costs. 

  • All attendees will make their own reservations at Hotel Colorado - including those who may be funded by DHSEM.
  • DHSEM will cover two delegates per region by providing a list of names to Hotel Colorado for only Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights.  All additional nights are the responsibility of the individual.  Daily check in and attendance of conference sessions is required for those covered by DHSEM. 
  • Late check-in, early check out and no show fees are the responsibility of each attendee. 
  • LEPC chairs will be contacted by Micki Trost for the names of the DHSEM funded lodging in May 2026.
  • No vendors or exhibitors included at this event.
  • Parking cost $7 dollars per night for either the west or north parking lots. This covers the duration of the conference. Get a parking permit from the front desk.

For federal and private partners, unfortunately, we cannot cover your lodging costs under the HMEP grant. Reservations can be made by using the Hotel Colorado reservation link for the State of Colorado LEPC Conference. The group discount (cost dependent on size of room chosen and tax-exempt status) will apply to all reservations made by August 7, 2026.

State agency partners must cover their own lodging unless they are an approved speaker. One night of lodging may be offered for speakers.

The group rate is available until August 7, 2026 for Colorado LEPC members.

Hotel Colorado

526 Pine Street
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
USA

 

Conference Room Block registration closed on August 7. 

 

Please email Micki Trost for access to a limited number of rooms from the DHSEM master list.

 

Email: micki.trost@state.co.us

Agenda at a Glance

Sessions and times are subject to change.

Breakfast and Lunch provided.

Day 1 | Tuesday, September 1, 2026
  • Daily Check In for Optional Pre-Conference Sessions
    No lunch provided
    12:00 p.m.
  • LEPC 101: Basics
    1:00 p.m.
  • LEPC 201: Advanced LEPC Topics
    3:00 p.m.
  • CEMA Business Meeting
    4:30 p.m.
  • CEMA Reception
    Dinner on your own in Glenwood Springs
    5:30 p.m.
Day 2 | Wednesday, September 2, 2026
  • Daily Check In
    Hot breakfast included
    7:00 a.m.
  • Honor Guard with Presentations of the Colors and Opening Remarks
    8:00 a.m.
  • CEPC Introductions and Updates: CEPC Co-Chairs
    8:30 a.m.
  • Presentation 1
    9:00 a.m.
  • Presentation 2
    10:00 a.m.
  • Presentation 3
    Lunch provided at noon
    11:00 a.m.
  • Presentation 4
    1:30 p.m.
  • Presentation 5
    2:00 p.m.
  • Presentation 6
    3:30 p.m.
  • NASTTPO Foundation Reception
    Dinner on your own in Glenwood Springs
    5:30 p.m.
Day 3 | Thursday, September 3, 2026
  • Daily Check In
    Hot breakfast provided
    7:30 a.m.
  • Presentation 7
    8:30 a.m.
  • Presentation 8
    Lunch provided at noon
    10:30 a.m.
  • Presentation 9
    1:30 p.m.
  • Presentation 10
    Dinner on your own in Glenwood Springs
    3:00 p.m.
Day 4 | Friday, September 4, 2026
  • Daily Check In
    7:30 a.m.
  • Presentation 1
    8:30 a.m.
  • Presentation 2
    10:30 a.m.
  • Conference Ends
    Lunch on your own
    11:30 a.m.

Countdown until LEPC Conference

September 1 - 4, 2026

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